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NYC & Hudson Valley: Autumn River Train Tour

60 Vanderbilt Ave, New York, NY 10017, USA
Duration

6 hours (approx.)

Tour Type

Daily Tour

Group Size

10 people

Languages

English

Overview

Our tour begins in the center of Midtown. From Grand Central we will take Metro North up to Tarrytown and Sleepy Hollow. There we will explore this historic area and you will learn about its most famous resident: Washington Irving. Trace the path of Ichabod Crane and the Headless Horseman. We will visit the Old Dutch Burial Ground and Church. From there, we will take the train up to the Hudson Highlands where will visit the charming village of Cold Spring. You will experience views of West Point, and the sheer cliffs of Storm King. You will have the chance to explore the shops and then we will make our way up to Beacon, perhaps the hottest city on the Hudson. This history of Beacon mirrors the many of the inland ports along the Hudson, but has recently undergone a renaissance. Explore this historic and interesting place and take advantage of burgeoning food and beer scene. You will get the opportunity to enjoy changing of the leaves which are particularly stunning along this route

  • Kayaks will be provided if you don’t have your own
  • This class happens in rain or shine
  • Bring a waterproof dry bag for anything you’d like to take on the kayak
  • Plan on 3 hours for this class

What To Expect

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Grand Central Terminal



Get an overview of one of the most historic railway station in the US. We will gaze at the stars in the main hall. After, we will visit the whispering gallery.

20 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Tarrytown



Discover Tarrytown, a scenic village right along the Hudson. Tarrytown has done a wonderful job bringing the river to the people. See stunning views of the Tappan Zee and the Sleepy Hollow lighthouse.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Sleepy Hollow



Sleepy Hollow in Autumn is unlike any other town in America. Here will visit sites made famous by Washington Irving’s epic story, The Legend of Ichabod Crane. We will visit the Headless Horseman Bridge and Monument and the Old Dutch Church and its graveyard.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Cold Spring



After a scenic ride on Metro North, we will arrive in Cold Spring, a beautiful village in the Hudson Highlands. The scenery is stunning and the town offers great antique shopping and places to get a bite to eat.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Beacon



Our final stop is Beacon, an industrial river port in the midst of a renaissance. Like elsewhere on the tour, the scenery is breathtaking, particularly in autumn. Further, Beacon has a vibe unlike any other town in the Hudson Valley. We will explore this town and you will be free to spend the afternoon going to the town’s galleries or breweries.

1 hour • Admission Ticket Free

Highlights

  • Confirmation will be received at time of booking
  • Not wheelchair accessible
  • Stroller accessible
  • Service animals allowed
  • Near public transportation
  • No heart problems or other serious medical conditions
  • Travelers should have a moderate physical fitness level
  • Total Duration includes train travel
  • This tour/activity will have a maximum of 10 travelers

Included/Excluded

  • All Fees and Taxes
  • One-way train tickets up to Beacon
  • Tarrytown Village Walk
  • Old Dutch Church and Burial Grounds
  • Cold Spring Tour
  • Beacon Tour
  • Return tickets via Metro North to NYC
  • Lunch
  • Shopping

Durations

6 hours (approx.)

Tour's Location

60 Vanderbilt Ave, New York, NY 10017, USA
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